by Gulfcoast | Nov 21, 2016 | Diabetic Retinopathy, Press Release
November is National Diabetic Eye Disease Month. Dr. Michael Manning of Gulfcoast Eye Care is helping to spread awareness about diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of blindness among working-age people in America. Tampa Bay, FL – According to the American Diabetes...
by Gulfcoast | Nov 10, 2016 | Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Care, News, Practice News
Each November, Gulfcoast Eye Care is proud to do its part in spreading awareness about diabetes and the dangers it can pose to both eye health and overall health. In addition to the heightened risk of serious general health concerns, diabetes significantly increases...
by Gulfcoast | Oct 12, 2016 | Eye Care, Macular Degeneration, News, Practice News
Smoking, high cholesterol, and the natural aging process can all lead to the development of macular degeneration (or AMD). To keep these risk factors in check and reduce the risk of macular degeneration, retina specialist Jason Handza, DO often recommends routine...
by Gulfcoast | Sep 28, 2016 | Eye Care, Macular Degeneration, News, Practice News
When it comes to vision loss, macular degeneration is the leading cause in patients over 60. As we age, the eye’s macula – which constitutes the central area of the retina – is subject to wear and tear. In addition to the natural aging process, abnormal cholesterol...
by Gulfcoast | Sep 14, 2016 | Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Care, News, Practice News
Millions of Americans are affected by diabetes, and though the disease is manageable, those living with diabetes are often susceptible to a number of health risks. At Gulfcoast Eye Care, we take extra measures with our patients who have diabetes to monitor eye health,...
